Next departures for Richmond to Columbia on November 24
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5221 Brook Rd
1729 Broad River Road
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Next departures for Richmond to Columbia on November 25
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1729 Broad River Road
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Next departures for Richmond to Columbia on November 26
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Main Street Station
Columbia, SC
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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Columbia
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.
Based on 5600 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $128
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC by bus
What is the travel distance from Richmond to Columbia?
The distance separating Richmond and Columbia is 317 miles (511 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Richmond to Columbia?
The majority of buses traveling from Richmond to Columbia start their journey at Main Street Station and wind up at Columbia Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/21
$100
11/22
$100
Today
$100
11/24
$100
11/25
$100
11/26
$100
11/27
$100
11/28
$100
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $100
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $100 to $543 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-11-24.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $100
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
